Verstappen Cruises to Dominant Win in Spain, Extends Championship Lead

Max Verstappen won the Spanish Grand Prix from pole position, finishing over 20 seconds ahead of Lewis Hamilton in second place.
Mercedes secured its first double podium of the season, with Hamilton finishing second and George Russell finishing third.
Verstappen's victory, along with the bonus point for fastest lap, extended his lead in the championship standings to 53 points over teammate Sergio Perez.
Ferrari struggled with their car's performance in high-speed corners and tire degradation, with Charles Leclerc finishing 11th after starting from the pit lane.
Red Bull remains focused on continued improvement to avoid complacency, while Mercedes hopes their upgrades can help challenge Red Bull later this season.